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Bruschetta chicken with mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and balsamic glaze on a white plate
Protein Meal Studio

Juicy Bruschetta Chicken

A fresh high-protein bruschetta chicken recipe made with tender chicken breasts, juicy tomatoes, basil, garlic, mozzarella, and balsamic glaze for an easy healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds total
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Bruschetta Topping
  • 3 Roma tomatoes diced small
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved or chopped, optional
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of black pepper
  • Optional Finishing Ingredients
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup mozzarella pearls or shredded mozzarella
  • balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • extra basil for serving
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • finely diced shallot
  • red pepper flakes
  • extra tomatoes for serving family-style
  • a few fresh arugula leaves on the side

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.
  4. Top each chicken breast with mozzarella cheese, then cover the skillet for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Spoon the bruschetta topping over the cooked chicken.
  7. Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
  8. Serve warm with extra basil, salad, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

Approximate nutrition per serving: 390 calories, 45g protein, 9g carbohydrates, 18g fat, and 520mg sodium. Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredient brands, substitutions, and portion size.